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R-NET BLUETOOTH

MODULES

TECHNICAL MANUAL

SK79614-05

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R-net Bluetooth Modules Technical Manual 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About this manual ..................................................................................... 7

CHAPTER 1 - OPERATION ...................................................................... 9

1 Introduction .................................................................................... 9

2 Controls ......................................................................................... 10

3 Operational Rules .......................................................................... 11

CHAPTER 2 - INSTALLATION ................................................................ 13

1 System Integration ........................................................................ 13

2 Dimensions .................................................................................... 15

3 Mounting ....................................................................................... 16

3.1 Orientation ............................................................................................. 16

3.2 Position ................................................................................................... 16

3.3 Cables ................................................................................................... 17

4 Connections ................................................................................... 17

4.1 Adaptor Cable ....................................................................................... 18

5 Bluetooth Receiver Dongle ........................................................... 18

6 Pairing ............................................................................................ 19

6.1 R-net Control System Configuration ....................................................... 19


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6.2 Discovering Bluetooth Devices ............................................................... 20

6.3 PC Pairing............................................................................................... 21

6.3.1 Pairing WITH Multiple PCs ........................................................................ 29

6.4 Working with Android Devices ................................................................ 29

6.5 Working with iDevices ............................................................................. 35

CHAPTER 3 – PROGRAMMING ............................................................ 55

1 Introduction ................................................................................... 55

2 Mouse Module Specific Parameters .............................................. 56

2.1 Forward, Reverse, Left & Right Nudge ................................................... 57

2.2 Nudge Time ........................................................................................... 57

2.3 Pointer Speed ........................................................................................ 58

2.4 Pointer Acceleration .............................................................................. 59

2.5 Action Beeps .......................................................................................... 59

2.6 Deflection Beeps ................................................................................... 59

2.7 Double Click Time .................................................................................. 60

2.8 External Switch Input 1 & 2 ..................................................................... 60

3 iDevice Module Specific Parameters ............................................. 61

3.1 Voiceover .............................................................................................. 62



3.1.1 Forward short, reverse short, left short, right short, external switch 1 short,

external switch 2 short ...................................................................................... 62

3.1.2 Forward medium, reverse medium, left medium, right medium,

external switch 1 medium, external switch 2 medium ..................................... 63

3.1.3 Forward long, reverse long, left long, right long, external switch 1 long,

external switch 2 long ...................................................................................... 64

3.2 Action Beeps .......................................................................................... 65

3.3 Deflection Beeps ................................................................................... 65

3.4 Short Nudge Time .................................................................................. 66

3.5 Medium Nudge Time ............................................................................. 66

3.6 Long Nudge Time .................................................................................. 67

3.7 Device Name ........................................................................................ 67

3.8 Mode ..................................................................................................... 68

CHAPTER 4 - SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 70

1 Electronic Specifications................................................................ 70





ABOUT THIS MANUAL

The Technical Manual gives an introduction to the R-net Bluetooth Modules .

Throughout the manual icons are used to draw the reader’s attention.

The icons used are:

Note - A general point for best practice.

Caution - A point of safety which if ignored could result in damage

to the control system or the vehicle.

Warning - A point of safety which if ignored could cause injury to the

individual.

PG Drives Technology accepts no liability for any losses of any kind if the points

are not followed.




R-net Bluetooth Modules Technical Manual | Chapter 1 - Operation 9

CHAPTER 1 - OPERATION

1 INTRODUCTION

The R-net Bluetooth Modules allow a wheelchair user to control a Bluetooth

enabled device through the R-net Control System, either through a Joystick or

via a Specialty Input Device (SID) connected to the R-net Omni. Typical

applications include PC mouse control or operation of a Smart device.

Up to two Mouse Modules and one iDevice Module may be connected into an

R-net Control System, so enabling simultaneous control of three Bluetooth

devices, one being an iOS device. However, the Mouse Modules must be of

different PGDT part numbers – D51111 and D51523; and the iDevice Module

must be D51580. If two Mouse Modules or two iDevice Modules of the same

part number are connected, then the system will not function correctly. If only

one Mouse Module is required, then any of the Mouse Module part numbers

may be used. Here is a summary of the current part numbers:

D51111 – Mouse Module – Can be used with PC or Android Smart devices

D51523 – Mouse Module – Can be used with PC or Android Smart devices

D51580 – iDevice Module – Can only be used with iDevices

Collectively, the above are referred to as Bluetooth Modules.

Operation of the R-net Control System will vary depending on what

Input Devices are connected. Refer to wheelchair manufacturer’s

documentation to establish the correct setup requirements for the

wheelchair.


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2 CONTROLS

The default programming relates to the operation of a Joystick Module fitted

with lighting controls. See the following diagram.

Any Input Device can be used to control a Bluetooth Module, as well as

External Switches connected to a Bluetooth Module via SW1 and SW2

Connectors, but programming of the R-net will be required. Refer to Chapter 3

for details.

Operation of the R-net Control System will vary depending on what

Input Devices are connected. Refer to wheelchair manufacturer’s

documentation to establish the correct setup requirements for the

wheelchair.

The Bluetooth Modules do not support scanner functionality.


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3 OPERATIONAL RULES

The Bluetooth Modules have the following requirements and restrictions.

The Bluetooth Modules have an operational range of 10m, except for the

iDevice module, which only has an operation range of 5m.

The Bluetooth Modules can retain IDs for up to four Bluetooth Devices.

The Bluetooth Modules and target Bluetooth devices will remain paired unless

they are disconnected by the target device.

Once a Bluetooth Module has successfully been paired with a Bluetooth

device, the module remembers the device’s ID. This means the wheelchair

user can drive outside the operating range, turn off the control system or the

Bluetooth device, and upon returning within range of the switched on device,

the Bluetooth connection will be automatically reinstated.

To pair a Bluetooth Module with multiple devices, see the Pairing section in

Chapter 2 of this manual.


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CHAPTER 2 - INSTALLATION

1 SYSTEM INTEGRATION

A Bluetooth Module can be fitted at any point within a R-net Control System.

See following diagrams.

It is possible to set up a Control System so that it is unsuitable for

some users or even some vehicles. For all of the above reasons it is

important that you contact PG Drives Technology if you have the

slightest doubts or if you need any advice on programming.


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Programming and diagnostics should only be conducted by

healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PG Drives

Technology electronic Control Systems. Incorrect programming

could result in an unsafe setup of a vehicle for a user. PG Drives

Technology accepts no liability for any losses of any kind if the

programming of the Control System is altered from the factory-

preset values.



2 DIMENSIONS



3 MOUNTING

3.1 ORIENTATION

A Bluetooth Module should be mounted so that water cannot enter and

remain in the connector recesses. The recommended mounting orientation is

such that the Module is lying flat. The function of a Bluetooth Module is not

sensitive to mounting orientation. The electronics compartment of the

controller has an IPx4 dust and water rating.

3.2 POSITION

A Bluetooth Module must be mounted in a position where it is not exposed to

levels of water, dust, shock or vibration above those expected on a mobility

application. The Bluetooth Modules have been tested in accordance with

IS07176/14 with respect to these conditions. Contact PGDT if you need further

advice.



3.3 CABLES

The cables to a Bluetooth Module must be routed and secured in such a way

as to prevent damage to them, for example by cutting or crushing.

4 CONNECTIONS

The Bluetooth Modules have the following connections:

Bus 1 – R-net Communication Cable Connector Bus 2 – R-net Control System Cable Connector SW1 – External Switch Connector SW2 – External Switch Connector

The Bus connections can only be used to connect a Bluetooth

Module to an R-net Control System using PG Drives Technology

supplied R-net Communication Cables. PG Drives Technology

accepts no liability for any losses of any kind if an incorrect cable is

used.



4.1 ADAPTOR CABLE

An adaptor cable is required to connect a Bluetooth Module to an external

switch with a jack plug. This cable is available through PG, part number

SA80756.

The adaptor cable should be connected to a normally open switch with a

3.5mm mono plug.

5 BLUETOOTH RECEIVER DONGLE

To make a Bluetooth Module operate with a PC you will need a Bluetooth

receiver dongle connected and with drivers installed.

PG Drives Technology recommends use of the following Bluetooth Dongles:

Trust BT-2400 Linksys USBBT100-UK Belkin F8T012uk1 Version 1000



6 PAIRING

Pairing is the term used to describe the initial set up of a Bluetooth Module

and a Bluetooth device.

Pairing involves carrying out a sequence of steps on the R-net Control System

and the Bluetooth device to be used.

6.1 R-NET CONTROL SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

You will need a Power Module, Bluetooth Module and an input Device e.g.

Joystick Module or Omni with some type of Specialty Input Device (SID) e.g. a

Head-Array. See Section 1 – System Integration.

When a new module is connected to an R-net Control System for the

first time the system will go through an automatic configuration and

ask to be turned Off and On again.

To enable your R-net Control System to use a Bluetooth Module to interact

with a Bluetooth device, Mouse must be set as an Output Mode in the

Configuration menu of the PC programmer. The default Mode for Mouse is

Mode 3.

For the purposes of this manual, the name of Mode 3 has been programmed

to Bluetooth.

The above applies to Bluetooth Module part number D51111. If you are

working with Bluetooth Module part number D51523, then you must ensure



that Mouse 2 has been set as an Output Mode for the system. The default

Mode for Mouse 2 is Mode 4.

To enable your R-net Control System to use a Bluetooth Module to interact

with a Bluetooth iOS device, iDevice must be set as an Output Mode in the

Configuration menu of the PC programmer. The default Mode for iDevice

Module is Mode 5.

6.2 DISCOVERING BLUETOOTH DEVICES

Once the Control System has been re-configured enter Bluetooth Mode.

Bluetooth Mode is represented on a Mono JSM or CJSM by the Bluetooth

Mode Screen being displayed on the LCD.



If you are working with more than one Bluetooth Module, then this process

must be carried out with only one Module connected at a time.

The Bluetooth Module must be put into Discovery Mode. Use the following

procedure:

Operate your Input Device in the forward direction and hold until it

beeps. This will take approximately 10 seconds, then release.

Operate your Input Device in the reverse direction and hold until it

beeps. This will take approximately 10 seconds, then release. (A short

beep may be heard as the directions are changed).

The Bluetooth Module is now in Discovery Mode and ready to be

paired with a Bluetooth device.

The Discovery process will only be required once per Bluetooth

device.

6.3 PC PAIRING

If at any time during this process a message such as below appears, ignore it

by clicking on the X.



Enter my Bluetooth Devices on your PC.

The PC being used must have Bluetooth connectivity.

The following window should appear. Click on ‘Add’.

The Bluetooth Device Wizard will open.



Tick the box marked ‘My device is set up and ready to be found’.

When highlighted, click ‘Next’.

The PC will now search for local Bluetooth Devices.



The following screen will then appear and display all the locally

connectable Bluetooth devices.

Click on ‘R-net Bluetooth Mouse Module’ and then click on ‘Next’.



Click “Use the passkey found in the documentation”.

Enter a passkey of ‘0000’ then click ‘Next’.



The PC will connect with the Mouse Module



Once Connection is complete the Finish screen will be displayed.

Click on ‘Finish’.



The following window will be shown and the blue LED on the Mouse

Module should be lit.

If the process fails, click on ‘R-net Bluetooth Mouse Module’ and then

‘Remove’. Repeat the procedure.



6.3.1 PAIRING WITH MULTIPLE PCS

It is possible to pair a Mouse Module with multiple PCs - for example, an office

computer and a home computer. A maximum of four PCs may be paired with

one Mouse Module, but these PCs should not be within 25m of each other.

If it is required to pair with PCs within 25m of each other, then a second

Mouse Module must be used.

The R-net Mouse Module should only be paired with one PC

stationed within a 25m range. Where multiple pairings take place

within a 25m range PG Drives Technology accept no liability for any

losses of any kind due to the effectiveness of the R-net Mouse

Module.

6.4 WORKING WITH ANDROID DEVICES

If the R-net for Android App is installed, R-net Mouse Modules can be paired

with Smart devices, a list of which is available at www.pgdt.com/smartdevices.

Once pairing is completed a large cursor overlay appears on the device screen

above the native cursor (the standard Smart device cursor); then in a similar

way to operating a PC, moving an R-net Input Device moves the cursor around

the device screen. Device functions such as making phone calls, launching the

internet or sending text messages can be selected by hovering the cursor over

the required function. The Joystick Module Speed Up/Down buttons or nudges

of the Input Device can then be used to control the function.

Right-click commands from the Input Device act as a Back command

on the Smart device.



The R-net for Android App is available from the Play Store, simply search for

“PGDT”, “R-net” or “R-net for Android” and download the App to the Smart

device. A direct link to the App is available at:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teksoftco.android.pgdtov

erlay

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teksoftco.android.pgdtoverlay

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teksoftco.android.pgdtoverlay



6.4.1 CONFIGURING THE R-NET FOR ANDROID APP

Select the R-net for Android App from the Smart device’s Home screen.

There are three configuration options, all of which are enabled as a default.

Auto start - Sets the Smart device to automatically connect to the Mouse

Module. In practice, this option should always be selected, else manual

connection will be required each time the Mouse Module and Smart device

come within range of each other.



Display Overlay Menu- Displays a semi-transparent overlay screen. This screen

has three icons Home, Mute and Volume Up.

If the cursor is held over any of these icons for 3-seconds, it activates the

associated function.

Hide the Overlay Cursor- For some users the overlay cursor may not be

required. Disabling the overlay cursor means only the native cursor will be

viewable on the device.

Sensitivity slider bar-The slider bar sets the level at which the overlay cursor

tracks the native cursor. Lower setting slow the cursor movements across the

screen (enabling close tracking of the overlay cursor to the native cursor),

higher setting allow the cursor to move more quickly across the screen at the

expense of close tracking.

6.4.2 PAIRING WITH AN ANDROID DEVICE.

On the device select System Settings and set Bluetooth to On

On the Home screen select the R-net for Android App.

Enter the password ‘PGDT’ (only required the first time the device is connected) when prompted on the screen.

Place the Mouse Module in Discovery Mode.

In the R-net for Android App select Connect. This will present a list of available Bluetooth devices.

Select ‘R-net Bluetooth Mouse’ from the list of available devices.

Enter the password ’0000’ when prompted on the screen.

R-net Bluetooth Mouse should appear as a paired device.



The Mouse Module and the Smart device should now be paired and the R-net

Input Device will be able to control the cursor.

6.4.3 CONSIDERATIONS

1 The Smart device must be On for the R-net for Android App to be

active. The R-net for Android App cannot turn the phone on or off.

2 The Sleep function of the Smart device must be disabled. If the device

does ‘go-to-sleep’, then manual intervention to unlock the device is

required, before the R-net for Android App becomes active.



3 When using some Android devices, turning the R-net off causes a loss

of Bluetooth connection to the device. In this case, connection can be

re-established by selecting the R-net for Android App.

To prevent this scenario, a list of recommended Android devices is

available from PGDT.

4 The R-net for Android App cursor tracks the native cursor to help

with the tracking of the native cursor, it is recommended that pointer

speed is set to a slow speed. Pointer speed is available in the

Bluetooth branch of the R-net PC programmer.

5 On some occasions, the two cursors may separate. A small movement

of the Input Device will quickly bring the cursor symbols back

together.



6.5 WORKING WITH IDEVICES

If a R-net iDevice Module is connected then it can be paired with an iDevice,

such as an iPhone or iPad. Once pairing is completed the R-Net iDevice Module

makes use of the Accessibility options Switch Control or VoiceOver to allow R-

Net Input Device commands (joystick nudges) to control and/or access any of

the applications on the iDevice, such as making phone calls, launching the

internet or sending text messages.

6.5.1 IDEVICE MODULE SET-UP

For the purposes of this manual an iDevice Module is connected to an iPad 3

running iOS V 7.1.1. The iDevice Module has been programmed with a Device

Name of R-net iDevice Module.

The iDevice Module can be programmed to control an iPhone, iPod or iPad

using accessibility options Switch Control or VoiceOver.

Enabling Switch Control or VoiceOver allows external inputs to sequentially

control a predefined list of iPad functions.

The functions available are determined by the host device and the version of

operating system it is running.



6.5.2 PAIRING WITH AN IDEVICE.

The iDevice Module must be place in Discovery Mode. Use the following

procedure:

Ensure the R-Net System is in the iDevice mode.

Operate your Input Device in the forward direction and hold until it

beeps. This will take approximately 10 seconds, then release.

Operate your Input Device in the reverse direction and hold until it

beeps. This will take approximately 10 seconds, then release. (A short

beep may be heard as the directions are changed).

The iDevice Module is now in Discovery Mode and ready to be paired

with an iDevice.

The Discovery process will only be required once per iDevice.



From the iPad Setting Menu, turn Bluetooth On.

A list of devices will appear on the right side of the page. Select R-net iDevice

Module. A successful pairing sequence will show the R-net iDevice Module as

Connected.

No passkey is required.

6.5.3 EXTERNAL SWITCH COMMANDS



Joystick deflections or SID inputs are read as external switch inputs and can be

assigned to iPad functions.

Below are the R-net commands that can be assigned to an iPad function.

Parameters Short, Medium and Long Nudge Time set the interval for each

joystick command (see Programming Chapter).

FORWARD LONG

FORWARD MEDIUM

FORWARD SHORT

BACKWARDS SHORT

BACKWARDS MEDIUM

BACKWARDS LONG

LEFT LEFT LEFT

LONG MEDIUM SHORT

RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT

SHORT MEDIUM LONG



Each of the Short, Medium and Long commands are seen by the iPad as

individual external switch inputs. These inputs can be assigned to any of the

following iPad functions.

SCANNER:

Select Item

Scanner Menu

Resume Auto Scanning

Move To Next Item

Move To Previous Item

Stop Scanning

SYSTEM:

Tap

App Switcher

Home Button

Notification Centre

Siri

Decrease Volume

Increase Volume

For Switch Control to work correctly, the Mode must be set to

SwitchControl in the R-Net PC Programmer (see Programming

Chapter, section 3.8).



6.5.4 SWITCH CONTROL

From the iPad setting menu, select –General-Accessibility.

Scroll down in the Accessibility Tab, select Switch Control and turn it On.

Within Accessibility there are Auto Scanning and Auto Hide

options. It is recommended that these options are turned off for

the initial set up.



6.5.5 ADDING SWITCHES

Within the Switch Control options, select Switches – Add New Switch… -

External.



The iPad will ask you to “activate your external switch….”. Select one of the R-

Net commands, and deflect the joystick accordingly (Short, Medium or Long in

the chosen direction).

The iPad will then ask you to give the external switch command a name.



Enter the name of your switch, for this example, “Medium Forwards” has been

chosen.

Select “Save” and then choose the command you wish to assign to this switch.

Once selected, the iPad will return to the screen showing the list of switches

you have assigned.



To add more switches, just repeat the above steps, selecting “Add New

Switch…” each time from the list of assigned switches.

By adding switches in turn, you could have the following list of assigned

commands / switches.

E.g. JS Command -> iPad function

Short Left -> Previous Item

Short Right -> Next Item

Short Forward -> Home

Short Back -> Tap

Mid Left -> App Switcher

Mid Right -> Scanner Menu

Mid Forward -> Resume Auto Scanner

Mid Back -> Select Item

Long Left -> Stop Scanning

Long Right -> Notification Center

Long Forward -> Increase Volume

Long Back -> Decrease Volume



6.5.6 SWITCH CONTROL OPERATION

Switch Control works by highlighting sections within the open application

window and sequentially scrolling through the available options on the

application window.

Using the standard home page and the switch assignment above as an

example:



A Short Right nudge would take the user from line one to line two, to line

three, and so on.

A Mid Back command selects the icons within the highlighted area.



Short Left and Short Right nudges scroll across the items in the highlighted

area.

A Mid Back command selects and opens the highlighted item.



A Short Forward command selects the Home screen.

The same sequence of actions can be applied to navigate any application

window.

It is important to note the sequence in which items are highlighted

is defined by the iPad, not the R-net iDevice Module.



6.5.7 VOICEOVER OPERATION

The VoiceOver function enables audible feedback to the user.

From the iPad setting menu, select – General – Accessibility

VoiceOver can be found at the top of the Accessibility tab.

Select it to go to the VoiceOver tab, where it can be turned on.



When VoiceOver is on, the highlighted command is shown by both the border,

and the audible feedback.

As with Switch Control, external movements / nudges of the input device can

be assigned to different iPad commands within the R-Net PC Programmer, to

allow full navigation of the iPad.

VoiceOver also accepts inputs from the External Switch jack sockets, 1 and 2.

These can be assigned as Short, Medium and Long commands as well, in the R-

Net PC Programmer.

For VoiceOver to work correctly, the Mode must be set to Voiceover

in the R-Net PC Programmer (see Programming Chapter, section

3.8).



6.5.7 NAVIGATING WITH VOICEOVER

For this example, the short commands have been programmed as follows:

JS Command -> iDevice function

Short Left -> Cursor Left

Short Right -> Cursor Right

Short Forward -> Home

Short Back -> Select

A short forward command selects the Home screen.



A short right command will move the screen cursor to the right by one

application.

Further short right commands will move the screen cursor to the right by one

application at a time.



Similarly, short left commands will move the screen cursor to the left by one

application at a time.

A short back command will select the highlighted application.



A short forward command will select the Home screen again.

When entering text in VoiceOver mode, ensure Quick Nav is ON.

This will allow keyboard navigation using the left and right Input

Device commands.


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CHAPTER 3 – PROGRAMMING

1 INTRODUCTION

This chapter gives an overview of the Bluetooth Module programmable

parameters within the R-Net Control System. A Bluetooth Module parameters

can only be programmed using a PG Drives Technology R-net PC Programmer.

Programming should only be conducted by healthcare professionals

with in-depth knowledge of PGDT Control Systems. Incorrect

programming could result in an unsafe set-up of a wheelchair for a

user. PGDT accept no responsibility for losses of any kind if the

programming of the control system is altered from the factory pre-

set values.

To connect the R-net PC Programmer to the Control System use the USB

connection cable and R-net Dongle as shown below. The Dongle can be

connected to any point of the Control System.

The control unit must be connected and ON before program transfer

can be achieved.


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Check the Status Bar to see if the connection is correct.

Ensure the PC Programmer cable has been disconnected from the

Control System before you start driving.

2 MOUSE MODULE SPECIFIC PARAMETERS

Dealer and OEM Parameter List

Mouse 1

Forward Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected forward in mouse 1 mode

Reverse Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected in reverse in mouse 1 mode

Left Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected left in mouse 1 mode

Right Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected right in mouse 1 mode

Nudge Time Sets the time for a nudge to be active

Action Beeps Enables beeps on clicks on scroll functions

Deflection beeps Enables beeps on deflection outside the deadband

Mouse 2

Forward Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected forward in mouse 2 mode

Reverse Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected in reverse in mouse 2 mode

Left Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected left in mouse 2 mode

Right Nudge Sets the action when the JS is deflected right in mouse 2 mode

Nudge Time Sets the time for a nudge to be active

Action Beeps Enables beeps on clicks on scroll functions




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2.1 FORWARD, REVERSE, LEFT & RIGHT NUDGE

Programming Nudge allows the user to activate a click of the mouse without

having to activate a key on an Input Device.

In Bluetooth Mode a Nudge is a quick activation of the Input Device in the

Forward, Reverse, Left or Right directions. Activating the Input Device in a

particular direction can be set to a particular mouse function.

The programmable options are as follows:

None - No Mouse click will be initiated. Left Click – A Left Mouse click will be initiated. Right Click – A Right Mouse click will be initiated. Scroll Up – A mouse wheel Up operation is initiated when within an appropriate program. Scroll Down – A mouse wheel Down operation is initiated when within an appropriate program. Double Click Left – A left double click operation will be initiated. Double Click Right – A right double click operation will be initiated.

Any action that is not programmed will remain as the default setting.

2.2 NUDGE TIME

The parameter Nudge Time sets the time limit in which an Input Device must

be deflected and released to activate a mouse command.

The Parameter Nudge Time is programmable between 0 and 5 seconds in

steps of 20ms. Setting Nudge Time to 0 disables Nudge support.



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2.3 POINTER SPEED

Pointer Speeds sets the maximum speed that the mouse pointer can be moved

across the screen.

This parameter is programmable between 0 and 100% in steps of 1%.

Setting the Pointer Speed to 0% will disable mouse pointer movement, and

change the functionality for both proportional and switched Input Devices:

Deflecting the Input Device will cause the action associated with that direction

to be executed immediately, irrespective of the Nudge Time parameter.

If the action of the Input Device is programmed to a mouse button, a

button operation will be assumed and will remain assumed for as long

as the input device is held deflected in that direction.

If the action of the Input Device is programmed to a scroll movement,

a scroll movement will be performed and will auto-repeat every

200ms for as long as the Input Device is held deflected in that

direction.

This could be useful for wheelchair users that have limited motor control and

use Input Devices such as head arrays, switch inputs or Sip n Puff. Single input

commands can therefore be used to activate and repeat a mouse click or scroll

function.



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2.4 POINTER ACCELERATION

For non proportional Input Devices, Pointer Acceleration sets the time taken

for the mouse pointer to reach its programmable setting of Pointer Speed.

The parameter is programmable between 20ms and 5s in steps of 20ms.

2.5 ACTION BEEPS

This parameter sets whether the user gets a continuous set of beeps whilst an

Input Device is being used to control a mouse. E.g. moving the mouse across

the screen

This parameter can be set to Yes or No

2.6 DEFLECTION BEEPS

This parameter sets whether the user gets a single beep whilst an Input Device

is being used to control a mouse button function. E.g. Nudge functions such as

Right Click.

This can be set to Yes or No



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2.7 DOUBLE CLICK TIME

This sets the period of time during which two external switch operations must

be detected, in order to be interpreted as a double-click.

The programmable range is 0s to 2.5s in steps of 0.1s

If set to 0s, then no double-click facility will be supported. This setting should

be used if accidental double-clicks are a problem.

If set to any other value, then this is the period that two User Switch

operations must be made, in order to be interpreted as a double-click.

2.8 EXTERNAL SWITCH INPUT 1 & 2

The external switch input enables mouse functions to be assigned to external

switch inputs.


None - No Mouse click will be initiated. Left Click – A Left Mouse click will be initiated. Right Click – A Right Mouse click will be initiated. Scroll Up – A mouse wheel Up operation is initiated when within an appropriate program. Scroll Down – A mouse wheel Down operation is initiated when within an appropriate program. Double Click Left – A left double click operation will be initiated. Double Click Right – A right double click operation will be initiated.



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3 IDEVICE MODULE SPECIFIC PARAMETERS

iDevice

VoiceOver

Forward Short Sets the action when the ID is deflected a forward short in iDevice mode

Reverse Short Sets the action when the ID is deflected a reverse short in iDevice mode

Left Short Sets the action when the ID is deflected a left short in iDevice mode

Right Short Sets the action when the ID is deflected a right short in iDevice mode

External Switch 1 Short Sets the action when the External Switch 1 is activated for a short period in iDevice mode

External Switch 2 Short Sets the action when the External Switch 2 is activated for a short period in iDevice mode

Forward Medium Sets the action when the ID is deflected a forward medium in iDevice mode

Reverse Medium Sets the action when the ID is deflected a reverse medium in iDevice mode

Left Medium Sets the action when the ID is deflected a left medium in iDevice mode

Right Medium Sets the action when the ID is deflected a right medium in iDevice mode

External Switch 1 Medium Sets the action when the External Switch 1 is activated for a medium period in iDevice mode

External Switch 2 Medium Sets the action when the External Switch 2 is activated for a medium period in iDevice mode

Forward Long Sets the action when the ID is deflected a forward long in iDevice mode

Reverse Long Sets the action when the ID is deflected a reverse long in iDevice mode

Left Long Sets the action when the ID is deflected a left long in iDevice mode

Right Long Sets the action when the ID is deflected a right long in iDevice mode

External Switch 1 Long Sets the action when the External Switch 1 is activated for a long period in iDevice mode

External Switch 2 Long Sets the action when the External Switch 2 is activated for a long period in iDevice mode

Action Beeps Enables beeps on clicks or scroll functions


Short Nudge Time Sets the time for a short nudge or period to be active

Medium Nudge Time Sets the time for a medium nudge or period to be active

Long Nudge Time Sets the time for a long nudge or period to be active

Device Name Sets the name of the iDevice module

Mode Sets the mode for the iDevice module



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3.1 VOICEOVER

This section contains the commands and their functions that work only with

VoiceOver mode, to allow full navigation of a connected iDevice.

Below are the default commands:

3.1.1 FORWARD SHORT, REVERSE SHORT, LEFT SHORT, RIGHT

SHORT, EXTERNAL SWITCH 1 SHORT, EXTERNAL SWITCH 2

SHORT



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These represent the functions associated with Short commands in VoiceOver

mode.


No Action - No action will be initiated. Cursor Left – The screen cursor will move to the left by one application. Cursor Right – The screen cursor will move to the right by one application. Select – The highlighted application or item will be selected (equivalent to a double tap). App Switcher – This presents the App Switcher screen. Toggle Virtual Keyboard – This will show or hide the virtual keyboard. Back – In Safari, goes back to previous page. Home – This will select the Home screen. Quick Nav - Allows navigation using arrow keys (left and right cursor) Volume Up – This will increase the volume. Volume Down – This will decrease the volume. Double Click Right – A right double click operation will be initiated.


When keyboard is visible, Back command toggles between split

keyboard and normal keyboard

3.1.2 FORWARD MEDIUM, REVERSE MEDIUM, LEFT MEDIUM,

RIGHT MEDIUM, EXTERNAL SWITCH 1 MEDIUM, EXTERNAL

SWITCH 2 MEDIUM

These represent the functions associated with Medium commands in

VoiceOver mode.



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No Action - No action will be initiated. Cursor Left – The screen cursor will move to the left by one application. Cursor Right – The screen cursor will move to the right by one application. Select – The highlighted application or item will be selected (equivalent to a double tap). App Switcher – This presents the App Switcher screen. Toggle Virtual Keyboard – This will show or hide the virtual keyboard. Back – In Safari, goes back to previous page. Home – This will select the Home screen. Quick Nav - Allows navigation using arrow keys (left and right cursor) Volume Up – This will increase the volume. Volume Down – This will decrease the volume. Double Click Right – A right double click operation will be initiated.



keyboard and normal keyboard

3.1.3 FORWARD LONG, REVERSE LONG, LEFT LONG, RIGHT

LONG, EXTERNAL SWITCH 1 LONG, EXTERNAL SWITCH 2 LONG

These represent the functions associated with Long commands in VoiceOver

mode.


No Action - No action will be initiated.



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Cursor Left – The screen cursor will move to the left by one application. Cursor Right – The screen cursor will move to the right by one application. Select – The highlighted application or item will be selected (equivalent to a double tap). App Switcher – This presents the App Switcher screen. Toggle Virtual Keyboard – This will show or hide the virtual keyboard. Back – In Safari, goes back to previous page. Home – This will select the Home screen. Quick Nav - Allows navigation using arrow keys (left and right cursor) Volume Up – This will increase the volume. Volume Down – This will decrease the volume. Double Click Right – A right double click operation will be initiated.



keyboard and normal keyboard.

3.2 ACTION BEEPS

This parameter sets whether the user gets a continuous set of beeps whilst an

Input Device is being used to control a mouse. E.g. moving the mouse across

the screen

This parameter can be set to Yes or No

3.3 DEFLECTION BEEPS



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This parameter sets whether the user gets a single beep whilst an Input Device

is being used to control a mouse button function. E.g. Nudge functions such as

Right Click.

This can be set to Yes or No

3.4 SHORT NUDGE TIME

The parameter Short Nudge Time sets the time limit in which a Input Device

must be deflected and released to activate a Short command.

The Parameter Short Nudge Time is programmable between 0 and 2 seconds

in steps of 100ms.

The default value for Short Nudge Time is 0.5s.

3.5 MEDIUM NUDGE TIME

The parameter Medium Nudge Time sets the time limit in which a Input Device

must be deflected and released to activate a Medium command.

The Parameter Medium Nudge Time is programmable between 0 and 3

seconds in steps of 100ms.

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It is recommended Medium Nudge Time is programmed to a value

greater than Short Nudge Time.

3.6 LONG NUDGE TIME

The parameter Long Nudge Time sets the time limit in which a Input Device

must be deflected and released to activate a Long command.

The Parameter Long Nudge Time is programmable between 0 and 5 seconds in

steps of 100ms.

The default value for Long Nudge Time is 3.0s.

It is recommended Long Nudge Time is programmed to a value

greater than Medium Nudge Time.

3.7 DEVICE NAME

The parameter Device Name allows the iDevice to have a unique name that

will be displayed in the Bluetooth list when pairing has been successful or on

initial pairing.

The Parameter Device Name can be a text string up to 20 characters in length.

The Parameter Device Name will be set to R-net iDevice Module by default.



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3.8 MODE

The parameter Mode sets the mode of operation for the iDevice module.


VoiceOver – The iDevice will use VoiceOver mode on the connected iDevice.

Switch Control – The iDevice module will use Switch Control mode on the

connected iDevice.

The Parameter Mode will be set to Switch Control by default.

Ensure the relevant mode is switched on, on the connected iDevice

to allow navigation in that mode. (Refer to Chapter 2, sections 6.5.4

or 6.5.7).



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Specifications

CHAPTER 4 - SPECIFICATIONS

1 ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Voltage: 16V-35V

Operating Range: 10 Meters (Mouse Module)

5 Meters (iDevice Module)

Operating Temperature: – 25°C to + 50°C

Storage Temperature: – 40°C to + 60°C

Moisture Resistance

Electronics to: IPx4

EMC tested on Sample wheelchair

Susceptibility: tested to 30V/m to EN12184 and ANSI/RESNA

Emissions: TO EN55022 Class B

ESD: IEC 801 part 2

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